Empowering Young African Women

Empowering Young African Women

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17th March 2018, 12:30 to 16:30

How do you empower a new generation of African girls and women to be leaders, advocates and activists for change?

In Scotland to mark International women’s Day “Press for Progress”, this event is being organised for young African women to address critical issues that affect the lives of African women across the world. Through concepts covered in the TuWezeshe Fellowship, they will explore how young African women in the Diaspora and on the continent: express their ideas; navigate within different industries and how the important aspect of selfcare can be incorporated into their day to day lives.”

Global Citizenship is the title of the Scottish Government's new International Development Strategy. This conference will explore the questions of how this should be best displayed in the Scottish health service.

Global Citizenship is the title of the Scottish Government's new International Development Strategy. This conference will explore the questions of how this should be best displayed in the Scottish health service.

Take One Action Film Festival

13th September 2017 (all day) - 24th September 2017 (all day)

The UK’s leading social change film festival celebrates its tenth edition with a powerful programme brimming with urgent, impassioned films about some of the most pressing issues of our time, from climate change to conflict resolution and EU immigration policy.

Having Difficult Conversations About Migration

SDGs Training for Multipliers

26th September 2017, 09:00 to 13:00

Gaia Education, SCVO and UNESCO GAP on ESD present SDGs Training for Multipliers. The purpose of the training is to engage participants in the vitally important conversation about how to accelerate the implementation of the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at the local and regional scale in ways that are carefully adapted to the bio-cultural uniqueness of each locality.

Living by the Gun in Chad: Combatants, Impunity and State Formation

20th September 2017, 16:00

How do people live in a country that has experienced rebellions and state-organized repressions for decades, marked by routine forms of violence and impunity? Drawing on over ten years of fieldwork conducted in Chad, Marielle Debos (University of Paris Nanterre) explains how living by the gun has become both an acceptable form of political expression and an everyday occupation.

Rainbow Turtle and The Scottish Fair Trade Forum will be combining forces this year for an event incorporating a producer visit, a Fair Trade 3-course meal and the Scottish Fair Trade Forum's 5th Annual Awards.

Crossing boundaries for sustainability

Ceilidh for Education for South Sudan

7th October 2017, 19:00 to 23:00

Local people of all ages from diverse backgrounds come together once a year to support the event, which has a life-changing effect on the lives of young South Sudanese refugees. All funds raised by the ceilidh go towards educational programmes, run by self-help organisation MADEF.

Bond’s new online Theory of change course (suitable for those in Europe, Africa and Asia)

16th November 2017, 09:30 - 30th November 2017, 13:00

BOND created an interactive, online version of their popular Theory of change essentials course, ideal if you’re based outside London, are unable to take time away from the office or simply prefer online learning. As a member of Scotland’s International Development Alliance/CADA/Hub Cymru they are pleased to offer you a reduced price of £100 (over 30% discount on the standard price for small Bond members). To claim your discount use code UKA1 at the checkout.

Bond’s new online Theory of change course (suitable for those in Europe, Africa and the Americas)

17th January 2018, 14:00 - 31st October 2017, 17:30

BOND created an interactive, online version of their popular Theory of change essentials course, ideal if you’re based outside London, are unable to take time away from the office or simply prefer online learning. As a member of Scotland’s International Development Alliance/CADA/Hub Cymru they are pleased to offer you a reduced price of £100 (over 30% discount on the standard price for small Bond members). To claim your discount use code UKA1 at the checkout.

Diarmuid O’Neill, Senior Policy Advisor Civil Society, DFID is coming to meet with us in Hayweight House. We want to open up the meeting to a small get-together with refreshments. If you are interested in joining us, please register as quick as you can. Numbers are strictly limited and its ‘first come first served.’

VIP Visitor - Enoch Chisale, Link Community Development International

27th October 2017, 12:30

Enoch Chisale from Link Community Development International is coming to meet with us in Hayweight House. We are opening up the meeting to a small get-together with refreshments. If you are interested in joining us, please register as quick as you can. Numbers are strictly limited and its ‘first come first served.’

Keynote St Andrew's Day Lecture: The New Scots: Immigrant Communities since c.1950

30th November 2017, 18:00 to 20:00

With special guest Professor Tom Devine.
Part of the ‘Scotland’s Diverse History’ Series. Minority Community considerations and discussions celebrating Scotland’s 2017 Year of History, Heritage and Archaeology.

UNESCO Global Education Monitoring Report Launch - Scotland

Come and Sing - Fauré Requiem Music for Malawi by The Soko Fund

3rd February 2018, 14:00 to 19:00

Following on from the success of our 2017 Come and Sing, Music for Malawi is hosting Faure's Requiem on Saturday 3rd February 2018 at St Cuthbert's Church, Edinburgh. Last year, nearly £4000 was raised towards women's education in Malawi and we hope our 2018 Come and Sing will be just as successful.

CPG International Development and CPG Malawi Joint Event: 'Global Citizenship in the Scottish Health Service'

7th February 2018, 18:00

Scotland's International Development Alliance and Scotland Malawi Partnership are bringing together two Cross Party Groups on Malawi and International Development to explore Scotland's global health work and hear about actions taking place since the launch of the report: 'Global Citizenship in the Scottish Health Service: the value of international volunteering'.

Make Scotland Fossil Free: Divestment Training Day

20th January 2018, 10:30 to 16:30

Join the fight to free Scotland from its harmful investments and relationships with fossil fuel companies!
This FREE training day is your opportunity to learn how to lobby your MP, MSP, Councillor or university on climate change and divestment. We'll be learning and putting into practice the best techniques, tricks and strategies to convince your top targets to get behind a clean energy future and divest funds from fossil fuels.

Management Training – Edinburgh

BOND's new Theory of Change course

17th January 2018, 14:00 - 31st January 2018, 17:30

BOND have created an interactive, online version of their popular Theory of change essentials course, ideal if you’re based outside London, are unable to take time away from the office or simply prefer online learning.

Bond’s new online Theory of change course

19th April 2018, 09:30 - 3rd May 2018, 13:00

BOND have created an interactive, online version of their popular Theory of change essentials course, ideal if you’re based outside London or internationally and are unable to take time away from the office.

Upcoming NFP Workshops - Bid Writing: Basics and Advanced

16th March 2018, 09:00 to 11:30

NFP is running affordable training courses for charities, schools, associations and social enterprises that can enhance your capacity in Bid Writing. Courses run all over the UK at two levels: Basics and Advanced skills.

Upcoming NFP Workshops - Bid Writing: Basics and Advanced

8th June 2018, 09:00 to 11:30

NFP is running affordable training courses for charities, schools, associations and social enterprises that can enhance your capacity in Bid Writing. Courses run all over the UK at two levels: Basics and Advanced skills.

Mary Robinson Masterclass - Glasgow Caledonian University

Workshop for NGOs and social enterprises to get free legal support

15th March 2018, 12:00 to 14:00

An interactive workshop where you will have the opportunity to speak directly with lawyers about your organisation's legal needs. The workshop will also highlight the most common legal problems faced by charities and social enterprises and explain how legal research can help you with your advocacy.

The Blue Water Tea Party

UN House Scotland - Human Trafficking and Modern Slavery Conditions

23rd March 2018, 10:00 to 17:00

United Nations House Scotland is organising a conference on ‘Human trafficking and modern slavery in Scotland’, sponsored by Christina McKelvie MSP. The aim of their event is to raise awareness and strengthen collaboration among Scotland’s public, private and third sector to break the chains of modern slavery.

Miles for Malawi - Cycle for girls’ education

Cross Party Group on International Development: Role of media and perceptions of aid in Scotland

24th April 2018, 18:00 to 20:00

On 24 April 2018 in Committee Room 6 at the Scottish Parliament, the Cross Party Group on International Development will bring together representatives from the media and the international development sector to discuss the role of the media and perceptions of aid and international development in Scotland.

Scottish Fair Trade Nation Lecture 2018

Climate Justice Innovation Fund information session

29th May 2018, 10:00 to 12:00

An information session on the Climate Justice Innovation Fund (CJIF) that is open to any Scottish-based organisation, working in partnership with in-country partner(s), to support the delivery of climate justice-related projects which demonstrate innovation in the field.

Bond’s online Theory of change course

27th June 2018, 09:30 - 11th July 2018, 13:00

BOND have created an interactive, online version of their popular Theory of change essentials course, ideal if you’re based outside London or internationally and are unable to take time away from the office.

Through the eyes of refugees in Scotland - An Exhibition

Tomorrow’s Peacebuilders Awards

24th April 2018 (all day) - 12th June 2018 (all day)

Tomorrow’s Peacebuilders are the global awards for local peacebuilding. Awarded annually, they offer international recognition for grassroots peace activists in conflict-affected countries worldwide. Tomorrow’s Peacebuilders are inspiring individuals working together to build a better tomorrow in some of the world’s most fragile areas.

How can practitioners and academics work in partnerships to build strong evidence for practice? Institute for Global Health & Development, Queen Margaret University, are organising this half-day conference which will bring together Scottish practitioners, policy makers and academics to learn from new research emerging from IGHD.

DEC Summer Reception - Engagement Event

The Development Studies Association meeting - University of Glasgow

1st June 2018, 10:00 to 17:45

The overall theme of this conference is Contemporary Approaches to Development Policy. The programme includes a keynote address by Dr Sandra Sequeira (London School of Economics), presentations and discussion relating to research on international development by established academics based in Scotland as well as by doctoral research students, and a Round Table on the subject of "The Future of Aid".

Leadership and Action in Global Health - Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow

5th June 2018, 17:15 to 20:00

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow organises The President’s leadership lectures which are a series of events exploring the concept of modern leadership in the context of current and future challenges in healthcare. The first event in the series will focus on global health leadership.

Global Disability Summit, 24 July 2018

24th July 2018 (all day)

To galvanise the global effort to address disability inclusion in the poorest countries in the world and act as the start point for major change on this neglected issue, the UK will host a Global Disability Summit in July this year, at the London Olympic Park.

Climate Action Now: Campaign Workshop & Film Screening Edinburgh

3rd June 2018, 14:00 to 16:30

This is a big year for tackling climate change in Scotland as the Scottish Government prepares to introduce a new Climate Bill. In 2017, over 19,000 members of the public supported our calls for an ambitious Bill with the policies for Scotland to do its share in limiting climate change. Join Stop Climate Chaos Scotland & Christian Aid for a workshop at the Grassmarket Community Project to share knowledge and plan action on the Bill.

Nelson Mandela Centenary - 18th July - Special Concert

What is happening in Nicaragua?

10th July 2018, 17:00 to 19:00

Madelaine Caracas is a 20-year Nicaraguan activist who is travelling through Europe to denounce the Ortega massacre as part of an informational caravan of solidarity. Hear her speak about the situation in her country.

Sense Scotland's Festival of fun

Power Walk with Christian Aid

25th August 2018, 09:30 to 15:00

Walk with Church of Scotland Moderator, Right Rev Susan Brown, around the UK’s largest onshore windfarm. Whether you take the three-mile or seven-mile route, you’ll hear powerful stories about the people who Christian Aid works with.

Friends of the Earth Scotland's Autumn Activist Gathering

15th September 2018, 10:00 to 16:00

Join Friends of the Earth Scotland in Edinburgh for their Autumn Activist Gathering. Whether you’re new to activism or a seasoned campaigner, join us to help map the way ahead to a Fossil Free Scotland.

Fundraising Ceilidh for Friends of The Earth & Refugee Survival Trust

20th October 2018, 19:00 to 00:00

Ceilidh Collective are raising funds for Refugee Survival Trust and Friends of the Earth Scotland in an evening of twirling dancing, soaring music and hearty companionship. Saturday 20 October 2018 at Greyfriars Kirk.

Screening of "Hippocratic: 18 Experiments in Gently Shaking the World"

8th October 2018, 18:00 to 20:30

Join EMMS International for the Scottish premier screening of "Hippocratic:18 Experiments in Gently Shaking the World", a must-see documentary for all those interested in the power of the human spirit, human rights and social justice.

International Development Small Grants Programme information session

7th September 2018, 10:00 to 13:00

Corra Foundation are organising an information session is for International Development Organisations based in Scotland who are looking to apply for funding through the Scottish Government’s International Development Small Grants Programme.

Disasters Emergency Committee, Scotland - Are you a community champion?

Nelson Mandela Centenary Gala Dinner

24th August 2018, 18:30 to 00:30

The Nelson Mandela Scottish Memorial Foundation is holding a fundraising gala dinner to celebrate the life and legacy of Nelson Mandela in this centenary year of his birth, and to raise funds both for a permanent memorial in Nelson Mandela Place, Glasgow and for the educational activities which the statue is designed to promote.

Mamie Martin Fund AGM and 25th Birthday Celebration

7th September 2018, 16:30 to 19:30

Join The Mamie Martin Fund's Annual General Meeting on Friday, September 7th. The special guest for the day will be the Mamie Martin Fund Manager in Malawi Mrs Mercy Sibande, who is, courtesy of a Scottish Government grant, in Scotland for the September meeting.

CPG on International Development: Climate Justice - Why the Climate Bill must be bold

26th September 2018, 13:00

On 26 September 2018, the Scottish Parliament's Cross Party Group on International Development is welcoming people from across the world to comment on how Climate Change is affecting their country and why urgent and bold action is needed from high-emitting countries like Scotland.

Navigating fragility: lessons from health system research and practice - IGHD

5th October 2018, 11:00 to 15:30

The Institute for Global Health and Development (IGHD), at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh are having a workshop where Professor Alastair Ager (Director of IGHD), Professor Sophie Witter and other speakers from Sierra Leone, will be presenting insights into health systems and fragility.

Humanitarian #MeToo Event - The University of Edinburgh

8th October 2018, 16:15 to 18:15

The UK Select Committee on International Development has found that sexual exploitation and abuse is endemic in the aid sector. The University of Edinburgh will host an expert panel to discuss this topic in an evening event open to practitioners and members of the public, as well as university staff and students across all disciplines.

Reimagining the economy brings together thinkers, activists, politicians and citizens to explore the huge range of options available to us to take action at a global and local level, to create an economy that puts people first.

Past Events

Global Palliative Care Day: Healing the Nations; Leaving None Behind

29th November 2018, 09:00 to 16:00

The University of Edinburgh, Cairdeas International Palliative Care Trust and the International Children’s Palliative Care Network invite you to a global palliative care day on Thursday, November 29th.

Scotland's national review on the SDGs

16th October 2018, 13:00 to 16:00

Join Scotland’s Sustainable Development Goals Network (hosted by SCVO), Glasgow Caledonian University and the Scottish Government to hear an update on the UK and Scottish Government’s plans to submit a Voluntary National Review on SDG progress to the UN in July 2019 and play your part in shaping the engagement process and content.

Water stewardship in Africa - Water Witness International & the Alliance for Water Stewardship

Christmas Carol Concert - Feed the Minds

12th December 2018, 19:00 to 21:00

Join Feed the Minds for a magical evening in Edinburgh of classic singalong carols and beautiful performances by the joyful Edinburgh Telephone Choir. All profits will support Feed the Minds’ work overseas, helping people living in some of the poorest communities around the world to rebuild their lives.

Climate Justice Knowledge Exchange Event

30th November 2018, 09:30 to 15:00

This first Climate Justice Education Knowledge Exchange Event is an opportunity for teachers, policy makers, academics, activists and learners who have an interest in climate justice education to come together in a friendly environment to share their perspectives and to engage in conversation on the future of climate justice and sustainability across the education sector.

Christmas Carols - Feed the Minds

13th December 2018, 19:00 to 21:00

Come along to this magical carol concert in the enchanting setting of Wellington Church in Glasgow. The concert includes a mix of singalong carols and stunning choral performances by the Scottish Opera Community Choir to get everyone into the festive spirit.

The Scottish Fair Trade Forum is facilitating a meeting for any organisation or person in the Edinburgh & Lothian area with an interest in Fair Trade - whether you are a school, faith group, business, not-for-profit organisation, charity, established Fair Trade group, or just someone who’d like to know more.

Further and Higher Education Forum - Scotland Malawi Partnership

29th November 2018, 14:00 to 17:00

SMP invite members with Further Education or Higher Education (FEHE) links to take part in a discussion chaired by Dr Yonah Matemba of the University of the West of Scotland (UWS) and guest speaker Mostafa Al-Mossallami from DFID.

UNESCO Global Education Monitoring Report Launch Scotland

Webinar on Bridge 47 Partnerships

5th December 2018, 14:00

The Bridge 47 Partnerships Team will lead a webinar on the gains we are making in developing partnerships and the lessons we are learning on how to develop GCE partnerships with a broad range of stakeholders including private sector, parliamentarians, government entities, academia and more.

World Forum on Climate Justice - GCU

19th June 2019 (all day) - 21st June 2019 (all day)

This inaugural World Forum on Climate Justice will bring together leading civil society groups, academics, business representatives, members of the public, and policymakers to foster new thinking and explore pressing topics in climate justice advocacy, research, policy and practice as we adapt to reach the 1.5°C goal.